Obituaries

Feb 28, 2023

Ralph Leaks departed this life on February 28, 2023, at the age of 75 years old, in the comfort of his own home. He was preceded in death by his parents Lillie and Linard Leaks, and his brother, Michael W. Leaks.

Ralph was baptized at an early age at Christian Servant M. B. Church, by the late Pastor Nathaniel...

Feb 27, 2023

 

McArdle, Rita Faye (nee: Hubbard), 76, of Lake St. Louis, MO died on the 27th day of February 2023.

Rita was born in Elsberry, MO. She graduated from Winfield High School and went on to nursing school where she obtained an LPN degree.

Rita married Dennis McArdle on December 23, 1972, and raised three children during their 36 year...

Feb 27, 2023

Richard Ochs, 69, of East Alton Illinois, passed away on February 27th, 2023. Richard was born and raised in St. Charles, Missouri. He graduated from Duchesne High School and enlisted in Air Force.

Richard worked as a Carpenter for 30+ years with Advertisers Display. He enjoyed spending time with his family, making chili and BBQ, as well as hanging out...

Feb 15, 2023

Janice M. (Jan) Clarkin, age 86, passed away on February 15, 2023 after a short battle with metastatic lung cancer.

Jan was born in Oil City, Pa. She received her RN degree from the University of Pittsburg School of Nursing and thereafter she served a long and rewarding career as a Registered Nurse working in labor and delivery.

Jan was...

Feb 14, 2023

Bristol, Betty Sue (nee: Wood), of Lake St. Louis, MO, passed away on February 14, 2023.

She was born in Lake City, Arkansas on January 11, 1949. She attended Lake City High School and Arkansas State.

She is survived by her husband, Mark Bristol, they were together for forty years.

Dear sister-in-law of Pam and Bob Marquitz, Kim...

Feb 9, 2023

Feb 6, 2023

Ames, Glenn John, 70 of O'Fallon, MO, went to be with the lord on February 6, 2023.

Glenn was born in St. Louis, MO 

and graduated from South County Tech High School in 1971.   

Glenn was married to the love of his life, Robin Ames for 36 years.

Glenn worked at St. Peter's Cemetery in St. Louis, MO for...

Feb 4, 2023

Feb 1, 2023

Hawkins, John “Johnny” Wesley, 82, of Lake St. Louis, MO, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on February 1, 2023.

John was born in St. Louis, MO. After graduating from Wellston High School in 1958, he went on to serve 4 honorable years in the U.S. Air Force as a Medical Corpsman. During his studies at Marshall...

Jan 28, 2023

Kevin Matthew Kalagian, 65, of St. Peters, MO, died on January 28, 2023.

Kevin was born in East Saint Louis and graduated from Belleville West High School.

Kevin worked as a drug and alcohol counselor for Gateway Foundation.

Kevin enjoyed being in a band, making music, jamming on his guitar, singing and playing gigs as well.

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Jan 28, 2023

Peeler, Colin Michael, 51, of O’Fallon, MO, died on January 28, 2023.

Colin was born in Alvin, TX, moved to St. Louis at age 13 where he graduated from Lafayette High School. He earned his undergraduate degree at Drake University in Psychology, attended Southern Illinois University-Carbondale for his Masters in Behavior Analysis, and completed his training with a PhD in...

Jan 25, 2023

 

Terry Glen Calahan, 52, of Winfield MO. Died on Jan 25, 2023.  Terry is survived by his wife Kim (Struttman) Calahan, dear father of Kayla (fiancé Nick Sharp), Taryn Calahan and Candace Ditton. Dearest grandfather of Kayden and Kinsley Ditton and Baby Sharp. Terry is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Mary Calahan, his parents Steve and...

Jan 23, 2023

On January 23rd, 2023, Susan Louise Hoeft passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in her bedroom at 84 years old.

She was born on October 11th, 1938 in St. Louis County. Susan worked as a Chef for DePaul Hospital for many years. She adored taking care of her family and many others who considered her to be “Mom.”...

Jan 16, 2023

Jan 13, 2023

Jan 12, 2023

Nancy Jean Schlager (nee Bauer), age 65, of St. Charles, MO, died January 12, 2023, after recently being diagnosed with Glioblastoma.

Nancy is survived by her husband, Dave Schlager and their two children David Schlager and Natalie Schlager; her brothers, John (Betty)Bauer, Bob Bauer and Bill (Laurie) Bauer along with cousins, nieces and nephews and their children.

She is preceded...

Jan 10, 2023

Jan 9, 2023

Peter Michael Ziegenfuss passed away at home on January 9, 2023. He was 72 years old.

Pete, a U.S Air Force veteran, was an experienced hunter and fisherman. His love for the outdoors and nature was almost as strong as his love for his family and friends. Pete worked in the kitchen and bath cabinet industry for many years prior...

Jan 8, 2023

Paula Sue WestApril 29, 1937- January 8, 2023Ms. Paula Sue West of St Louis, Missouri passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Mercy South Hospital in St. Louis County. Paula chose not to have services. Her viewing was held on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at Missouri Cremation Society in St. Charles, Mo for family only.Paula was born April 29, 1937...

Jan 3, 2023

 

Dennis Paul Wagner was a loved husband, father, and grandfather during his 75 years of life. He passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023. He is survived by his wife Joyce, his four sons Paul, BJ, Chris, and Dylan, two of his siblings Pam (Middendorf) and Charla Wagner, and many more family members that will...